Amplitube 4 Explained®
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0:44 Introduction
Get a preview of what we'll learn in this series.
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5:53 Installation & Authorization
Learn how to install and authorize the software on Mac and Windows.
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5:27 Getting Started with the Plug-in
See how to load the plug-in and get acquainted with the Amplitube 4 interface.
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3:14 Getting Started with the Stand-Alone Version
Learn to load the stand-alone software, make audio settings, and take a glance at the extra features in the stand-alone application.
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5:21 Presets
Explore and learn how to browse, load and save presets.
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5:51 The Input & Output Bar
Learn all about the features and displays in the Input and Output section.
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4:37 The Tuner
Learn about Amplitude 4’s tuning section including the new UltraTuner.
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5:30 The Module & Rig Selector
See how to select and view various modules and learn about advanced routing options.
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5:13 The Stomp Module
Learn how to browse, load and work with stompboxes in Amplitube 4.
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5:47 The Amp Module
Explore the amp selections and learn how to work with amps.
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5:31 The Cabinet Section Pt. 1
Learn how select and customize cabinets and the speakers inside.
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7:17 The Cabinet Section Pt. 2
Discover how to select and work with microphones as well as various rooms.
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6:01 The Rack & Insert Effects
Explore rack processors and see how they can be used at the end of the signal path or as an effect loop in the amp itself.
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5:30 MIDI Control
Explore how to configure external MIDI hardware to control various features and parameters in Amplitube 4.
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9:11 Track Recorder & DAW
Learn how to record as many as 8 tracks directly into Amplitube 4, as well as edit and mix them down.
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6:11 The Looper
See how to create as many as four audio loops and export one or all the loops as audio files.
Product Overview
IK Multimedia Amplitube 4 raises the bar yet again for software-based guitar and bass tone and amp modeling. In this in-depth video tutorial series studio computer guru Todd Tatnall delivers deep exploration of this monster sounding amp plug-in suite!
After Todd explores the basics such as Installation and Loading the plug-in, he then covers the Presets. Then begins his coverage of the UI and the Input/Output bar. Next, he shows you around the Tuner Section and the Module/Rig Selector, including the extremely flexible Routing Options.
The next group of videos cover Modules in detail. In the Stomp Module video, Todd demonstrates How to Browse, Load, and work with the plethora of included Stompboxes and Amp Modules. Todd then covers the Cabinet Section, and Rack and Insert Effects, which you can use either at the end of your Signal Chain, or in an Effects Loop.
Todd now teaches you how to configure external MIDI Hardware to Control Amplitube, as well as how to use the Built-In Track Recorder, including Editing and Mixing down your Tracks directly in Amplitube 4.
Finally, Todd demonstrates how to use the Built-In Looper to create up to four Audio Loops and Export one or all of them for future use in your DAW or to send to someone else to use in their productions.
If you’re new to Amplitube 4 or an advanced user looking for expert tips, get amped up and watch “Amplitube 4 Explained” now… Your guitar tracks will thank you for it!
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The solution for Amplitude4
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great
I am glad I purchased A4E It gave me a better look into amplitube 4
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Mixcraft
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Submitted 2 years ago
Now it's clear
This was a fantastic training video from beginning to end. Though I had experienced Amplitube 4 for sometime now I was still able to benefit further.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Mastering Facility, Cakewalk Sonar, Cubase, Logic Pro, Mixcraft, Reaper, Studio One
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Submitted 2 years ago
Amplitube 4 explained
Great tool to guide you through AT 4 way and beyond the the user guide.
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Submitted 2 years ago
Very well presented
It appears some products are shipped assuming the user would have been born suckling on a Teac. I bought one such product, Amplitube 4...and it is a great product, but I had no experience with recording digital or stone tablet. I was entering a new world completely blind. I had in fact given up on the A4 program...when I found Groove3. This instructional series is well thought out and presented. There are 16 episodes...almost all have a moment of clarity, I didn't use the installation segment. The Groove 3 videos showed me how in depth A4 in fact is...so, to make my life even easier I wanted to see about getting the videos loaded on my iPad. One email to Groove 3 support (Thanks again, Tony) taught me what to do.
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Submitted 3 years ago
Nice Overview...
The material was well presented and the functionality of Amplitube was explained and demonstrated in an easy follow manner.
I am a: Semi-Pro
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Submitted 3 years ago
Systematic and thorough
I like the way the tutorial is organized. The subject are logically ordered, and the skills build on each other. Well done!
I am a: Hobbyist
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Submitted 3 years ago
Simply Awesome Place
I am a full access member and this site has paid for itself. The videos on this site are spot on and explain EVERYTHING in detail which is what I was needing for many areas of recording. This site covers it all.
I am a: Semi-Pro
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Reviews
Submitted 9 months ago
VERY HELPFUL
Got me going in the right direction!
Submitted 11 months ago
The solution for Amplitude4
IkMultimedia is not helpfull at all, with giving you a manual by the products that you buy. Shame on you IkM. But the solution is Groove3. Looking for help in youtube and the internet i was lucky to find Groove3. Not with normal help from IkM. but from Groove3 is found my solution. The explanation is clear and detailt...perfect, and with a nice sounding instructor. Happy, happy, happy.
Submitted 2 years ago
great
I am glad I purchased A4E It gave me a better look into amplitube 4
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Mixcraft
Submitted 2 years ago
Now it's clear
This was a fantastic training video from beginning to end. Though I had experienced Amplitube 4 for sometime now I was still able to benefit further.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Mastering Facility, Cakewalk Sonar, Cubase, Logic Pro, Mixcraft, Reaper, Studio One
Submitted 2 years ago
Amplitube 4 explained
Great tool to guide you through AT 4 way and beyond the the user guide.
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician
Submitted 2 years ago
Very well presented
It appears some products are shipped assuming the user would have been born suckling on a Teac. I bought one such product, Amplitube 4...and it is a great product, but I had no experience with recording digital or stone tablet. I was entering a new world completely blind. I had in fact given up on the A4 program...when I found Groove3. This instructional series is well thought out and presented. There are 16 episodes...almost all have a moment of clarity, I didn't use the installation segment. The Groove 3 videos showed me how in depth A4 in fact is...so, to make my life even easier I wanted to see about getting the videos loaded on my iPad. One email to Groove 3 support (Thanks again, Tony) taught me what to do.
Submitted 3 years ago
SUPER ...
XXX
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Ableton Live, Cakewalk Sonar, Reason
Submitted 3 years ago
Nice Overview...
The material was well presented and the functionality of Amplitube was explained and demonstrated in an easy follow manner.
I am a: Semi-Pro
Submitted 3 years ago
Systematic and thorough
I like the way the tutorial is organized. The subject are logically ordered, and the skills build on each other. Well done!
I am a: Hobbyist
Submitted 3 years ago
Simply Awesome Place
I am a full access member and this site has paid for itself. The videos on this site are spot on and explain EVERYTHING in detail which is what I was needing for many areas of recording. This site covers it all.
I am a: Semi-Pro
1. When did you start dabbling in music?
When I was really young, maybe 3 or 4 years old. That's when I got my first (toy) drum set and played it all the time. I was studying viola at 7, piano at 8, and drums at 10.
2. What training have you had?
In college, I received a Bachelor of Music in theory/composition from SIUE, and a Bachelor of Science in recording production and technology from MTSU. Working in big studios in Chicago after college, I learned as much if not more working as an assistant/2nd engineer, often repairing/troubleshooting problems on the fly. It better equipped me to work independently AND with others.
3. When did you get into recording?
In high school. My punk band saved all our pennies to record at an 8-track studio for $10 per hour. I was fascinated by the power of multitracking, overdubbing, mixing, etc.
4. People you have worked with/for?
I've worked with commercial music producers and talent for TV and radio commercials, many of which were national/international brands. I also worked with bands and artists in the studio, including the Frogs, Kelley Deal, James Iha, Sebastian Bach, any many others. As a tech support engineer, I've helped thousands of customers. I worked directly with several high profile customers, including John Fogerty, Bruce Swedien, Oscar Petersen, John Tesh, Andy Sturmer (Jellyfish), Greg Lisher (Camper Van Beethoven), Chris Vrenna, and engineers for Paul Simon, Wilco, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and ICP to name a few.
Why are you so good at training people?
When I was providing technical support, my approach was not only to solve the problem, but to also listen carefully to the end-user's needs AND explain what the cause and solution of any problem was. Putting technical jargon into more relate-able terms helps. I'm also an adjunct professor at a local university, and apply the same ideology when teaching. Whether you're working with a customer or student, you have to put yourself in their shoes.
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